This study investigates the unique and complementary effects of manufacturing technologies and lean practices on operational performance of manufacturing firms. Despite the importance of understanding how various resources are interrelated within firms, there have been few studies focusing on...

Purpose – This paper aims to explore the practice of quality management framework as a strategic tool for public management. Design/methodology/approach – The paper starts with a basic process‐based model; it then enhances the model with the quality management principles for continuous...

Increasing number of shipping firms adopt green shipping practices that emphasize environmental management throughout their operations. To balance productivity with the environment, the design of shipping activities in compliance with energy saving and resources conversation is an important part...